NN Public Library System "CANS" fines through December

NN Public Library accepts food in lieu of fines through December

Do you have a stack of overdue library books sitting at home or work, or in your car? If they’re from the Newport News Public Library System, fear not the fines. You get a reprieve, of sorts, this month as the library launches its “Can Your Fines” program for the 25th year.

Now through the end of the month, the library will accept a nonperishable, nonexpired food item, or personal item, in place of each fine. According to a news release, the “Can Your Fines (program) applies to outstanding fines for long-overdue items that are returned, but does not apply to lost or damaged materials or to fees charged once an account had been sent to the collection agency.” All foods collected will be donated to the Foodback of the Virginia Peninsula.